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British Citizenship by Descent explained

British citizenship by descent is a form of citizenship that applies to individuals born outside the UK who have at least one British parent. It can only be passed down one generation. The definition of British citizen by descent is extensively covered in Section 14(1) of the British Nationality Act 1981.

​This process is another way to obtain British Citizenship in the UK.

How to Obtain British Citizenship by Descent

An individual will gain British citizenship by descent automatically if they were born outside the UK on or after January 1st, 1983, and have one or both parents classified as British citizens other than by descent.


British Citizenship by Descent Eligibility & Requirements

Basic Requirements:

• Child must be under 18 when applying

• Application must be made using Form MN1

• Both parents must typically consent to the registration

• Child must be of good character if aged 10 or over


Essential Documents

• Child’s full birth certificate showing parents’ names

• Child’s current passport or travel document

• British parent’s birth certificate or passport

• British grandparent’s birth certificate, registration, or naturalization certificate

• Parents’ marriage certificate (if applicable)

• Evidence of UK residence

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Cost of British Citizenship by Descent

The cost of British citizenship by descent is £1,214.

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